2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
Model | Sirion | 1510 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |